Things to Do in Litchfield Beach

Litchfield Beach and Pawley's island are located less than half an hour from both Myrtle Beach and Georgetown, in a secluded area that's off the beaten path and quieter that the bigger resorts, even in the busy season. Adventurers trek to Litchfield Beach for a more natural environment to explore untouched waterways and enjoy the South Carolina Beaches.

Kayaking at Litchfield Beach

Rent a kayak, bring your own or sign up for a naturalist guided "EcoVenture" through cypress swamps, salt marshes, historic Georgetown harbor and plantation canals.

Ferry to Bull Island

The 62,000 acre Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge is home to the the Bull Island nature Preserve, with sixteen miles of hiking and walking paths where visitors get to see the natural habitat of sea turtles, pelicans, herons, as well as endangered and threatened species like the red wolf, the wood stork and the loggerhead sea turtle. Maritime forests shade much of the pathways, and one of the most popular spots is "boneyard beach."

Bicycling at Litchfield Beach

The Litchfield Beach and Golf Resort rents bicycles and there are safe, paved trails running back and forth from the resort to Huntington Beach State Park. At the resort, Beachside Health and Fitness handles the rental counter.

Article Written By Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell has been a freelance writer since 1998. She's been published in "Rethinking Everything Magazine," "Playdate" and "Home Educator's Family Times." She has a professional background in education, cosmetology and the restaurant industry. Russell studied early childhood education at Antelope Valley College, and is pursuing a degree in law.

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